Hot Mozz 1 Piece
A single golden fried mozzarella plank — crispy on the outside, hot and cheese-pully inside. The perfect à la carte add-on or single-serving snack. New at Dave's.
About the Hot Mozz 1 Piece
A single golden fried mozzarella plank — crispy on the outside, molten and cheese-pully inside. It's the easiest way to add a hot, gooey bite to any order without committing to a full box.
A Hot Mozz plank is bigger and bolder than a typical mozzarella stick. Instead of a thin round stick, it's a thick rectangular plank of whole-milk mozzarella, breaded in a seasoned, golden crust and fried until the exterior is crisp and the interior turns fully molten. Bite into it while it's hot and you'll get that signature stretchy cheese pull that the format is built around.
At $2.99, the single piece shines as an add-on. Tack one onto any combo, tender order, or slider for a quick gooey upgrade, or grab it solo as a single-serving snack. Just be sure to eat it immediately — the cheese pull is at its absolute peak in the first couple of minutes out of the fryer, while the inside is still hot and stretchy. Let it sit too long and the cheese firms up and the pull fades.
What's Inside the Hot Mozz 1 Piece
Mozzarella Cheese
Whole-milk mozzarella that melts into a stretchy, cheese-pully center when fried hot. The star of the plank and the reason to eat it fresh.
Seasoned Breading
A seasoned coating that fries up into a golden, crispy crust. Thick enough to hold the molten cheese inside without leaking.
Buttermilk / Egg Wash
A buttermilk and egg wash binds the breading to the cheese so the crust adheres evenly and stays crisp through frying.
Frying Oil
The plank is fried in high-heat oil until the breading reaches a deep golden crisp and the cheese inside turns fully molten.
Italian Seasoning Blend
An Italian herb blend worked into the breading adds savory, pizza-shop flavor that pairs naturally with marinara.
Salt
Layered into the breading to season the crust and round out the richness of the melted mozzarella.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Estimated values — may vary by location and preparation.
How to Customize
Marinara Dipping Sauce
The classic pairing. Warm, tangy tomato marinara plays off the Italian-seasoned breading and balances the richness of the molten mozzarella.
Dave's Sauce
The signature creamy dip. Cool and tangy against the hot, crispy plank — a different flavor direction than marinara, and a regular favorite.
Optional Dave's Spice Dusting
Want some heat? Ask for the Nashville seasoning sprinkled on top of your plank for a hint of Dave's signature spice over the golden crust.
The Cheese Pull
Best eaten hot and fresh. Bite in within the first couple of minutes for the full stretchy cheese pull before the mozzarella firms up.
Add to Any Combo
Tack a single Hot Mozz onto any tender combo, slider, or order for a quick, hot, cheese-pully upgrade.
Order More Mozz
Want more than one? Order by the 3 Piece or 5 Piece, grab the Hot Mozz Slider, or go big with the Hot Mozz Hot Box.
Best Pairings
Marinara
The classic dip for fried mozzarella. Warm, tangy tomato sauce that plays off the Italian-seasoned crust.
Best PairingDave's Sauce
The signature creamy dip — a cool, tangy alternative to marinara that pairs well with the hot, crispy plank.
Must Order
Any Tender Combo
Add the Hot Mozz to a tender combo for a hot, cheesy contrast against the Nashville spice of the chicken.
Classic Combo
Vanilla Shake
Cold, creamy, and sweet — a vanilla shake rounds out the rich, savory plank for a satisfying snack pairing.
Sweet FinishFrequently Asked Questions
How much does a Dave's Hot Mozz (1 Piece) cost?
A single Dave's Hot Mozz piece costs $2.99 at most locations in 2026. The single piece is designed as an affordable à la carte add-on — drop one onto any combo or order it solo as a quick snack. If you want more, the 3 Piece, 5 Piece, Slider, and Hot Box formats offer better value per plank.
What is a Dave's Hot Mozz?
It's a golden fried mozzarella plank — a thick rectangular piece of whole-milk mozzarella, breaded in a seasoned crust and fried until crispy outside and molten inside. It's bigger and bolder than a typical mozzarella stick, and it delivers a signature stretchy cheese pull when eaten hot and fresh. It's a new item at Dave's.
Is the Hot Mozz vegetarian?
Yes — the Hot Mozz is vegetarian. It is made from mozzarella cheese, so it contains dairy, along with wheat/gluten in the breading and egg in the wash. It is not vegan. It's prepared on shared equipment, so it's not suitable for those with severe dairy, egg, or gluten allergies.
Is the Hot Mozz spicy?
No — the Hot Mozz is not spicy on its own. It's a savory, Italian-seasoned fried cheese plank. If you want some heat, you can ask for an optional Dave's spice dusting — the Nashville seasoning sprinkled on top — for a hint of Dave's signature heat over the golden crust.
How many calories are in a single Hot Mozz plank?
A single Hot Mozz plank is estimated at around 120 calories, with roughly 7g of fat, 9g of carbs, and 6g of protein, plus about 15% DV of calcium. These figures are a single-plank estimate and do not include dipping sauces or an optional spice dusting. Values may vary by location.
How do I order more than one Hot Mozz?
Beyond the single piece, you can order the Hot Mozz by the 3 Piece or 5 Piece, build it into a meal, grab the Hot Mozz Slider, or go big with the Hot Mozz Hot Box. The single piece is best as an add-on, while the larger formats are better value if you want a full serving of mozzarella.
